Dulwich Wood Primary?

[abcdulwich]

Any thoughts on Dulwich Wood Primary? We are looking to buy a property for which Dulwich Wood is the nearest school, but it seems to be one of the few schools which is not over-subscribed, and I'm wondering if there is a reason why it isn't very popular...

[Renata Hamvas]

Hi, ABC, Dulwich Wood used to be a single form entry school with poor performance. It had a change of Head, huge investment by Southwark and has expanded to two forms of entry. It's results are now close to national average with it's value added score (how pupils progress) being better than average. I think it's probably still under-subscribed due to it's recent doubling in intake size and because previously, local parents used to sent their children to other primaries, their younger siblings are going to these schools (as it's easier for parents not to do school run to two primaries).

The school is now doing well, so I don't expect it's recent under-subscription to last! I suggest you visit the school when they have an open day to see for yourself.

Renata